Darren McGrady served as a royal chef for 15 years, first at Buckingham Palace and later at Kensington Palace for Princess Diana. He shared insights into the strict culinary rules set by Queen Elizabeth II, who disliked garlic and spicy foods, believing them to be anti-social. Instead, she favored simpler meals and a gin and Dubonnet cocktail. McGrady transitioned to running The Royal Chef, providing cooking tutorials and sharing royal kitchen anecdotes, shedding light on the dining preferences of the royal family over the years.
Darren McGrady shared that Queen Elizabeth II banned garlic and spicy foods from the royal table, as she considered them anti-social. She preferred a gin and Dubonnet cocktail.
McGrady noted that despite the strict rules at Buckingham Palace, other royals like Prince Philip enjoyed garlic dishes when dining out. The kitchen operated according to royal preferences.
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